Lakes & Avenues Realty

Lakes & Avenues Realty Minneapolis-based Real Estate serving the Twin Cities and Beyond
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Your cat called. They’d like to trade that cramped apartment for a kingdom.Apparently the current space “lacks vertical ...
02/20/2026

Your cat called. They’d like to trade that cramped apartment for a kingdom.

Apparently the current space “lacks vertical ambition.” And by that, they mean there’s nowhere respectable to perch dramatically while looking down at—and judging—you.

Imagine this instead: windows pouring in warm, golden Minnesotan light, a proper bookshelf to climb on, cozy nooks for mid-day naps, and enough square footage for the zoomies. A living room worthy of their throne—even when that throne happens to be somewhere they absolutely shouldn’t be.

The truth? You deserve the upgrade too. More space. More light. More breathing room. A kitchen big enough to gather in. Minneapolis is full of beautiful homes tucked along lakes, tree-lined avenues, and neighborhoods with real character — places that feel less like “making it work” and more like “finally home.”

Your cat is ready.
Are you?

🏡 Lakes & Avenues Realty
📍 Minneapolis, MN

Let’s find a kingdom worthy of the ruler (and I suppose also the human who pays the mortgage).

Please join me in wishing a huge CONGRATULATIONS to my sellers on the acceptance of an offer for their house! After just...
08/24/2025

Please join me in wishing a huge CONGRATULATIONS to my sellers on the acceptance of an offer for their house! After just a few hours on the market and multiple showings they received multiple offers, and ended up choosing a truly winning offer!

You guys put in a lot of effort and hard work and were open to listening to the advice and strategy to get it sold, and it paid off! I couldn’t be happier for you both! 🎉🥳🎉🥳

**COMING SOON**If you (or someone you know) are looking for an incredible house steps from Lake Nokomis then here is you...
08/19/2025

**COMING SOON**

If you (or someone you know) are looking for an incredible house steps from Lake Nokomis then here is your chance!

This house is situated on an oversized, privacy-fenced in lot and ready for you to call it home. There are three bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with an en suite bathroom, and two bathrooms. There’s loads of storage throughout the house, and the entire home has been beautifully maintained.

The kitchen has been updated, the roofs recently replaced, the backyard patio is perfect for entertaining, and it’s walking distance to all of the great things that the lakes and Wenonah have to offer! What more could you ask for?

Did we mention that the garage is also oversized?!

Showings begin this coming Friday, 8/22/25.

If you have any questions or you’d like to schedule your showing, please reach out by sending me a message or feel free to send an email to [email protected] (or, if you have an agent please have them schedule it 😉)

Cheers to new friends (and new MN residents and homeowners)! Congratulations on the purchase of your new home in your ne...
07/21/2025

Cheers to new friends (and new MN residents and homeowners)! Congratulations on the purchase of your new home in your new state - I cannot wait for all of the new memories yet to be created! ♥️

Sometimes, something as simple as a review can just make your entire everything and stop you dead in your tracks to refl...
06/07/2025

Sometimes, something as simple as a review can just make your entire everything and stop you dead in your tracks to reflect and take it all in. This review that I just received did just that, and then some.

Thank you, thank you, thank you for the kindest of words! Seeing such wonderful people find their dream home is already such a gift, but hearing such lovely words afterwards is the biggest cherry on top!

Now, who is cutting onions in here?! 🥲

Thrilled to share some fantastic news!A huge congratulations to this amazing family on closing on their first home in Mi...
05/28/2025

Thrilled to share some fantastic news!

A huge congratulations to this amazing family on closing on their first home in Minneapolis!

Their journey to homeownership has been so exciting, and to snag this beautifully updated home that is just perfect for them – the very first one we put an offer on, and in a multiple offer scenario no less – feels absolutely meant to be!

Seeing their excitement to settle into their new place in the actual neighborhood that they wanted makes my heart so happy.

It has been an absolute joy working with you and getting to know you both, and I look forward to many more shared laughs and stories with you both!

And with that, all that’s left to say is a resounding, “Welcome home!” Wishing you endless joy and wonderful memories in your new home ❤️🏡

Summer is FINALLY on its way, Minneapolis! And with it comes the annual articles telling us what the ideal temperature t...
05/22/2025

Summer is FINALLY on its way, Minneapolis! And with it comes the annual articles telling us what the ideal temperature to set the thermostat to. According to a USA Today article the other day, apparently this year that number is *drum roll please* 78 (SEVENTY-EIGHT!!) degrees! 😳

Okay, okay. Yes, it’s true that setting it to 78°F can save energy and give your AC a little break (which, let’s be honest, it’ll NEED during the crazy humid days in August in the Twin Cities).

Alright, my wallet definitely likes the sound of THAT part. “Tell me more,” it yells at me.

Let’s see what we’re looking at here:

Pros: Saves energy, less AC strain. Can lead to lower energy bills 💸
Cons: Will I spontaneously combust?! Will my ice cream (two words: Ninja Creami - iykyk) melt before it even hits the bowl? 🫠

So, I have to ask: where do you all stand in this great summer thermostat debate? Are you bravely embracing the warmth to save a few bucks, or is your home a carefully maintained arctic sanctuary with your AC set to “preserve human life at all costs”? Let’s hear your strategies - and confessions - in the comments! 👇

👋 I’m back, Minneapolis!It’s definitely been a while since I’ve posted on here (over a year, in fact!), and it’s time to...
05/21/2025

👋 I’m back, Minneapolis!

It’s definitely been a while since I’ve posted on here (over a year, in fact!), and it’s time to say hi again! Work got incredibly busy, and social media understandably took a wayyyy back seat to serving my clients and, well, life.

But, I’m excited to be back – probably not posting as often as before, but definitely here to share what’s been going on. There’s so much to catch up on in our dynamic market, right?! I’d love to know - what real estate topics are you most curious about these days? Let me know in the comments! The same goes for your food/drink hot takes and thoughts!

For those who are new or need a refresher, I’m Ryan, owner of Lakes & Avenues Realty, based right here in Minneapolis. While Minneapolis is home, you can find me working all over the metro. The past year-plus has been truly rewarding – helping many first-time homebuyers find their perfect place, guiding existing owners to their next home after a successful sale, and welcoming a plethora of new residents to the Twin Cities!

Speaking of which, I’ve found a real passion and developed a specialization in relocations, guiding folks smoothly through their move to our awesome area. So, if you, like so many others, are dreaming of making the Twin Cities home, or even if you just have questions about what life is like here, my inbox is always open and I’m happy to help.

Outside of work, you can still find me constantly exploring Minneapolis and enjoying our many fantastic breweries, restaurants, museums, and parks (if you see me out, please say hi!). I’ve still got the world’s best pup, the world’s sassiest cat, and absolutely love living in this city - and snapping photos every step of the way!

So, what’s next now that I’m back? My goal is to share more updates, helpful thoughts or tips, and overall just more real life – probably a little less of the typical “agent stuff” and more genuine engagement with all of you.

Thanks for sticking around! I look forward to catching up. Side note: can you believe it’s already almost June?! Here’s to a wonderful rest of your year, and let’s grab a coffee – or a beer – soon!

Take care,
Ryan | Lakes & Avenues Realty

It’s been a fun and busy start to 2024, and we’ve got another closing to celebrate for my wonderful sellers!Congratulati...
02/13/2024

It’s been a fun and busy start to 2024, and we’ve got another closing to celebrate for my wonderful sellers!

Congratulations on the sale of your house, friends! Thank you for trusting me to take over your listing and get your house sold for you.

There’s something absolutely special about seeing what my clients have to say about working together. This job is a hard...
02/08/2024

There’s something absolutely special about seeing what my clients have to say about working together. This job is a hard, and at times thankless, one, but knowing that you’re making such an impact and getting to help so many absolutely wonderful people makes it all worth it.

Thank you for the kind words, and for being such incredible people! You’re very appreciated, and I am lucky for getting to help you!

Talk about exciting! My amazing buyers get to start their new year off with a new home!Not only that, but we went from s...
01/20/2024

Talk about exciting! My amazing buyers get to start their new year off with a new home!

Not only that, but we went from starting the search to writing an offer (and winning the first offer that we wrote) all within a month! Talk about quick work!

Congratulations, guys! It’s been an absolute joy getting to know your family and getting to help you on your home ownership journey, and I cannot wait to see how you make it your own!

Unfortunately, it was a little too chilly out and the sun went down, so we decided to take the photos inside this time rather than standing outside in the cold ❄️🥶

Let’s start the year off on a great foot with an offer being accepted on my seller’s house!This house was listed previou...
01/02/2024

Let’s start the year off on a great foot with an offer being accepted on my seller’s house!

This house was listed previously for an extended time without any offers on it when my seller decided to go in a different direction and asked me to list it instead. After careful guidance, we were able to get a great offer on it, and they will be starting their new year with having their house sold!

Congrats, friend! Couldn’t be happier for you!

Hey, you - yeah you reading this! Do you have any questions about real estate and could use some advice or answers? Are you thinking about making some moves this year and need a trusted and experienced partner to help guide you? Well, look no farther! Slide into my DMs and let’s chat 😉

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